What’s all the Rumpus?!

Kelly smoothly moves between bartending and woodworking, finding a unique flow in both. As the long-time Head Bartender at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar in Anaheim, Kelly has been mixing cocktails for over 20 years. Behind the bar, he mixes drinks with skill, and is fortunate enough to meet people and make friends all over the world.

Kelly has an alter ego, however. When he’s not slinging Navy Grogs and Mai Tais, he goes to his workshop, where woodworking lets him express creativity differently. The sounds of saws and routers replace clinking glasses as he turns raw wood into beautiful art. Hawaiian shirts give way to an apron as he cuts, chisels, and sands creations with a mix of creativity and light heartedness.

Kelly enjoys a lively household in Orange County, CA, alongside his beautiful and supportive wife, Katie. Together, they bask in the vibrant energy of tiki bars and chase adventure whenever the opportunity presents itself. As long time members of the tiki and cocktail communities, they are both excited that Rumpus Room Woodworks can help bring some of their passion to your home.

Enhance your home bar experience with the vibrant charm of Tiki culture and expertly crafted woodworking. At Rumpus Room Woodworks, we specialize in unique, handcrafted pieces and décor that brings the spirit of mid-century craftsmanship into your space.